The Beast (aka The Beast of War)

Afghanistan, 1981: During the Soviet occupation, a Russian tank crew is separated from their unit after destroying a Pashtun village, in this engrossing and allegorical military drama. When he vocally opposes the actions of his ruthless commander (George Dzundza), the tank's driver (Jason Patric) finds himself abandoned and left for dead, his only hope for survival resting with a local guerrilla leader (Steven Bauer) seeking revenge against him and his comrades. Stephen Baldwin, Don Harvey also star; directed by Kevin Reynolds. AKA: "The Beast of War." 110 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English.